FZUS73 KIWX 161836 MWSIWX Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Northern Indiana 236 PM EDT Thu Apr 16 2026 LMZ043-046-080-161930- 236 PM EDT Thu Apr 16 2026 A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to mid-line of lake.... Michigan City IN to New Buffalo MI... New Buffalo MI to St Joseph MI... At 236 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located 17 nm north of Burns Harbor, moving east at 25 knots. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this storm passes. && LAT...LON 4179 8696 4179 8697 4203 8697 4199 8656 4192 8660 4184 8668 4180 8675 4179 8676 4172 8691 $$ MCS